NAMIWalks St. Louis Co-Chairs: Jen Galantowicz and John Russo

St. Louis, MO – February 12, 2025 – NAMI St. Louis is thrilled to announce Jen Galantowicz and John Russo as the Co-Chairs for the 23rd Annual NAMIWalks St. Louis. Galantowicz and Russo bring a wealth of passion and experience to the roles, and their leadership will be instrumental in making the walk a resounding success. The organization has set an ambitious fundraising goal of $245,000 for this year's event.

Jen Galantowicz, Business Development Manager at TDK Technologies, is a parent of children with mental health conditions and lives with ADHD. She understands firsthand the critical need for resources, education, and advocacy in the mental health space.
"NAMIWalks St. Louis symbolizes unity, hope, and the power of collective action," says Galantowicz.
"It's a chance for us to come together and make a real difference for individuals and families affected by mental illness." Galantowicz is particularly excited about the camaraderie and connection shared on Walk Day, celebrating the resilience of the mental health community.

John Russo, Wealth Advisor and Partner at RubinBrown LLP believes NAMIWalks St. Louis is a powerful opportunity to unite family and friends in support of the community's mental health needs. "Just do it!"encourages Russo. "There's no better way to start your day than doing something positive for your body, soul, and community. You'll find energy, positivity, and smiles. Even if you come alone, you won't be alone with this group."

NAMIWalks St. Louis is a crucial fundraising and awareness event that supports NAMI St. Louis' mission to provide support, education, and advocacy for people with mental illness and their families. This year's NAMIWalks St. Louis aims to raise $245,000 to support these vital programs. The Co-Chairs, along with the NAMIWalks Manager and committee members, play a vital role in the walk's success, from raising awareness and coordinating logistics to recruiting volunteers.

"We are incredibly fortunate to have Jen and John leading the charge for our 2025 NAMIWalks," said Jenna Arevalo, Director of Development. "Their dedication, passion, and experience will be invaluable as we work to make this year's walk the best yet."

About NAMI St. Louis
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental health conditions. NAMI St. Louis and dedicated volunteers work to raise awareness and provide essential advocacy , education, and support for people living with a mental health condition and their loved ones. They address the mental health needs of our community, replace stigma with understanding, and help thousands of families and individuals each year.

Contact:
Visit www.namistl.org or www.namistl.org/namiwalks
Email: info@namistl.org
Phone: 314-962-4670
NAMI St. Louis Area HelpLine: 1-314-962-4670 M-F 9am-5pm